Backpacking tips and tales...with a sense of humor.
Have you ever watched a mystery show and thought you knew the answer? This is your chance! Derek and
Are you carrying extra pounds and bulk for no reason? Derek and Carl discuss items they‘ve brought o
Over the last year Derek and Carl have investigated a few different devices for remote communication
Jesse, from Youtube Channel Backcountry Forward, joins the show to discuss the highs and lows of hik
In the Season 5 Premier Derek and Carl explore what it takes to have a 70lb pack that puts a trip in
How do you make it to camp (or back to the trailhead) when you've got nothing left? How do you handl
Derek and Carl come up with an odd list of problems and solutions related to altitude sickness. Carl
Carl attended the latest Outdoor Retailer show in Denver and he brought the mic with him! Derek reac
Back from the Wind River Range, Derek and Carl discuss the theme of this year's big July trip: inter
A host of fellow adventurer share some of their backpacking problems (big and small). Both Derek and
Author, trial advocate, founder of the Florida trail, and co-founder of the American Hiking Society
One of our most popular guests, Youtuber Kevin Outdoors, joins the show to talk about a variety of t
Admittedly Derek and Carl have had some trip planning issues over the years. Cassie from Illinois la
Rowan Smith from Summit Strength joins the show to discuss how to move beyond the weekend trip. Whet
You don't need to be a survival expert, a ranger, or a scout to have an outdoor adventure. Derek and
Derek and Carl identify and discuss products that make false claims that you might believe. Some are
Derek and Carl address common irrational fears many hikers have. Do alligators view hammock campers
Derek and Carl discuss their lists to help newbies prepare for a trip. Carl posed this topic to a ba
Derek and Carl rank the top 6 pieces of gear to buy -- in order -- that will not onl get you the mos
Derek and Carl hit the desert trail with a crew of 12. And...the SOS button got pressed. That story